Job description
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Rotherham (S60)
Pay Rate: £95 – £120 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term | Full-time / Part-time
Are you a caring, patient, and dedicated individual motivated to help students navigate and overcome behavioural challenges?
GSL Education are currently seeking an enthusiastic SEMH TA to join a supportive school in Rotherham (S60). This role provides the opportunity to support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs, helping them thrive academically and personally in a safe and inclusive learning environment.
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs during lessons and interventions.
- Work 1:1 or in small groups to provide tailored support.
- Encourage positive behaviour, engagement, and emotional regulation.
- Assist class teachers with lesson delivery and classroom management.
- Help maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment.
- Monitor and record pupil progress to inform teaching strategies.
Requirements for SEMH Teaching Assistant:
- Experience supporting children with SEMH or behavioural needs in a school setting is desirable.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for helping young learners.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
- An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
- A full CV covering the last 10 years, with explanations for any gaps.
What GSL Education offers:
- Competitive daily pay rates.
- Flexible day-to-day or long-term placements.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
To apply for the role of SEMH Teaching Assistant, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your CV. A consultant will be in touch shortly.